Obtaining a development permit for multipurpose development activities

IntroductionTo consider whether permission can be granted for the development activities carried out in places that are not in conformity with the planning and building regulations of the Urban Development Authority according to the topography of the areas declared by the Urban Development Authority and to obtain a Development Permit accordingly.

Eligibility1.Ownership of land/ property or
2. “qualified person” in terms of the planning and building regulations published in the gazette notification No.392/9 of 1986 (dated 30/10/1986)should Certify the application

From where�an application can be obtained?Applications can be obtained from the Western Province Division and all the Provincial Offices of the UDA

Application FeeFree of charge.

Hours for submitting applications
From 9.00 am to 3.00pm – Every working day

Service ChargeResidential Rs. 2240/- (Including VAT)
Subdivision of Land Depends on the area of the Land
Commercial Rs.5,600/- (Including VAT)

Time taken to provide the service
A normal permit can be issued within 15 working days.

Supporting documents required
1.A copy of the Survey Plan of the Land
2.Application Duly Filled
3.Rough sketch of the route to access the land
4.Documents requested by UDA depending on the requirement